1999 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. Both 1999 Honda Civic and 1986 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Thema |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
